1920s Icons

The 1920s Icons series was created to bring women from a century ago back into the modern conversation through portraiture. Many of these figures were admired in their time for beauty, fashion, film, and presence, yet some have become less familiar with each passing generation. Through this collection, I want to honor their image, preserve a sense of their era, and reintroduce them as timeless icons worth remembering.

Each original work is hand-painted in my Omaha studio using professional Winsor & Newton gouache on 100% cotton paper. I finish every piece with a specialized coating of Dorland’s Wax. This archival process eliminates the need for glass, allowing collectors to experience the rich and matte texture of the paint without glare.